For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,636 students in Gallia County, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in Gallia County, OH are South Gallia High School, Gallia Academy High School and River Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gallia County, OH public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in Gallia County have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Gallia County, OH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Ohio average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Gallia High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public high school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Gallia County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Gallia High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
55 Rebel Dr
Crown City, OH 45623
(740) 256-1054
Crown City, OH 45623
(740) 256-1054
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #22.
Gallia Academy High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Centenary Rd
Gallipolis, OH 45631
(740) 446-3212
Gallipolis, OH 45631
(740) 446-3212
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
River Valley High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8785 State Route 160
Bidwell, OH 45614
(740) 446-2926
Bidwell, OH 45614
(740) 446-2926
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Southern Ohio Digital Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
218 N College Ave
Patriot, OH 45658
(740) 245-7585
Patriot, OH 45658
(740) 245-7585
Gr: 4-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Buckeye Hills Career Center
Vocational School
351 Buckeye Hills Road
Rio Grande, OH 45674
(740) 245-5334
Rio Grande, OH 45674
(740) 245-5334
Gr: 7-12 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Gallia County, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in Gallia County, OH include South Gallia High School, Gallia Academy High School and River Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gallia County?
5 public high schools are located in Gallia County.
What is the racial composition of students in Gallia County?
Gallia County public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public high schools average of 34% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Gallia County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Gallia County include: River Valley High School vs. Gallia Academy High School, Gallia Academy High School vs. River Valley High School
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.